Vanguard
Rogues
The Rogue class is one of 4 Offensive / Light Fighter classes in Vanguard
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The Rogue Class
Able to blend into virtually any available covering Rogues attack unexpectedly from the shadows. Rogues work with complex poisons, darts and traps to stun, slow, maim and deliver pain to their opponents. Unlikely to ever fight fair, the Rogue is out to survive and win.
Rogue Attribute Information
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Rogue Starting Attributes |
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| Strength | Constitution | Dexterity | Vitality | Intelligence | Wisdom |
| 40 | 40 | 45 | 35 | 25 | 25 |
Suggested Attribute Investment Priority |
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| Strength | Constitution | Dexterity | Vitality | Intelligence | Wisdom |
| A | C | A | B | D | D |
Stalking
Rogues can make themselves virtually undetectable. As long as nothing detects the Rogue, he can remain in this state indefinitely. Cloaked thusly, the Rogue can enter into dungeons or houses, even approach enemies with-in attacking distance unseen.The Rogue selects a target and stalk them undetected, then delivers massive damage to the unsuspecting opponent. The longer the Rogue remains unseen, the more devastating his attacks become. Attacks cost less, are more accurate and deal more damage.
Poisons and Devices
Rogues work with ancient, darkly guarded prescriptions and blueprints to concoct and construct various crippling poisons and devices designed to help them get the upper hand in battle.- Poisons
The Rogue applies various poisons to the blades of weapons which deliver the vile effects to enemies during combat, including poisons that cripple, weaken, slow and outright kill.
- Flechettes
Hand tossed projectiles that can explode dealing area of effect damage to all nearby opponents, or even root a crowd of enemies.
- Blow Darts
Rogue class specific projectiles that deliver damage and poisons to opponents. Special darts can include poison, sleeping potion and lethargy potions to slow combatants.